100 Deadliest Days of Summer

Memorial Day Weekend is often viewed as the unofficial start to summer. However, this holiday weekend also marks the start of the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer.

The roughly 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the most dangerous time for teen drivers. According to the National Road Safety Foundation: “Car crashes are the leading cause of death for American teens. And, during the 100 Deadliest Days, teens are 20% more likely to be involved in a fatal crash than they are during the rest of the year.”

Once school ends, these inexperienced drivers hit the road and often fall victim to distracted driving, whether it’s because of multiple passengers, using their phone, scrolling for new music, or eating or drinking behind the wheel.

Speeding and drinking are two other big factors that play into fatal accidents involving teens.

Accidents caused by distracted driving, speeding, and drunk driving are all highly preventable.

No one wants to lose their child to a car crash, or watch their life changed forever because they caused an accident. If you’re the parent of a teen driver, take the time now to go over safe driving practices. These practices should cover when they’re the sole occupant of the vehicle, and when riding with friends.

If you’ve been injured because of a reckless, negligent, or distracted driver, we’re here to help.

Call Multerer Law Firm at 716-882-8828 for your FREE case evaluation.